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Partisanship returns in La. virus response

Louisiana’s elected leaders have publicly demonstrated a united front since the state’s coronavirus outbreak emerged in mid-March, but that bipartisan approach is starting to collapse, particularly at the state Capitol.

The catalyst is Gov. John Bel Edwards’ decision to extend Louisiana’s statewide stay-at-home order through May 15. The Democratic governor said the move is rooted in science and pub…

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